Are you struggling to figure out how to make meal time more interesting? Do you have a picky eater on your hands who could use a little pizazz added to their everyday foods? It can be hard to please your kids, especially if they do not like fruits or vegetables. Below are some tips and… Continue Reading Have a Picky Eater? Make Mealtime Fun!
Using just a few items and our tips, you can start your own home garden today! Planting a garden of your own is a great way to get your kids involved in healthy eating, and still keep a little money in your pocket. For a comprehensive approach to maintaining the integrity of your home, consider… Continue Reading Start Your Own At-Home Garden
Don’t be so quick to retire your one-pot meals as it gets warmer. Eating in-season vegetables and hearty grains can still be quick and easy – and who doesn’t want that during the summer months? Less time cooking, less time cleaning, more time for fun in the sun. Here’s three simple steps to keep your… Continue Reading Don’t Put Away the Slow Cooker: Make one-pot summertime meals
Getting your kids in the kitchen is a great way to spend time together. It can also be a time to teach them to enjoy cooking. Kids can learn the basics of building a balanced plate filled with fruits, veggies, grains, and protein. These skills will help them become life-long healthy eaters. Kids are more… Continue Reading Get Cooking, Kids!
Eating Plant-based Having a tough time finding the protein sources you usually buy? Eating plant-based might be a good option for you! It may seem difficult at first, but it’s much easier than you think. Stocking up on seasonal produce is a great way to start because it’s cheap and nutritious! Make Substitutions Just as… Continue Reading More Produce, Please: Try a Plant-Based Meal
Freezing foods ahead of time is a great way to meal prep for a busy week. Reheating frozen foods makes it easier than ever to make your family’s favorite meals. You can cook something ahead of time and use it days, weeks, or even months later. It’s important to know the basic rules of keeping… Continue Reading Make the Most of Frozen Foods
What is stress? Stress is how the brain and body respond to a challenge or demand. It is a feeling of physical or emotional pressure. Some stress can be good as it allows you to avoid danger or grow and become stronger. However, high levels of stress can impact your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.… Continue Reading Five Tools for your Stress Toolbox
It’s the end of the week and maybe you didn’t have time to hit the grocery store. Pulling out all the fresh ingredients for a difficult dinner recipe can be stressful. You might think that when cooking for kids, it’s only best to always cook with fresh ingredients, but think again! While fresh is often… Continue Reading When Shelf-Stable Meets Family Table
You may be used to using canned goods for soups, stews, and other hearty winter meals, but did you know that canned goods are helpful all year long? By mixing and matching canned foods with in-season and on sale meats and produce, the budget friendly recipe options are endless. In addition to being inexpensive, canned… Continue Reading Four Staple Canned Goods for Summer
All people go through stressful times, and you’re not alone. When too much stress builds up, you are left feeling flustered and unhappy. It is so important to find ways to cope with stress to continue living a happy and healthy lifestyle.
